This resolution formally commends Brigadier General Donald Wayne Hansen, USA, Ret., for his military service. It has no policy impact or concrete effects on individuals or government operations. As a ceremonial resolution (HJ 138), it expresses legislative recognition without creating new laws or altering existing ones. The bill was unanimously approved by both chambers with voice votes.
HJ 142 is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes and commends the Junior League of Richmond for its community service. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals beyond expressing official appreciation. The resolution was passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in February 2026 with voice votes. As a symbolic gesture, it has no binding effect or practical impact on legislation or constituents. This is a standard commendation resolution with no concrete policy changes.
HJ 137 is a ceremonial resolution commending Bishop Leslie Patterson, Jr., and Dr. Francene V. Patterson for their service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals through substantive provisions. The bill formally expresses the legislature's appreciation for their contributions, as reflected in its title and abstract. It passed both the House and Senate via voice vote in February 2026.
HJ 134 is a simple resolution commending George B. Hayes for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect policies, as it is a ceremonial recognition. The bill was unanimously passed by the House and Senate with voice votes in February 2026. This type of resolution serves only to honor an individual and has no binding effect.
HJ 160 is a non-binding resolution commending Renee Bergmann Andrews for her contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a ceremonial gesture recognizing an individual. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate via voice vote in February 2026. It has no legal effect beyond expressing formal appreciation.
HJ 152 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Pentagon Memorial Fund for its work maintaining the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial in Arlington, Virginia. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals, organizations, or policies. The resolution formally recognizes the Fund's role in preserving the memorial site honoring victims of the 9/11 attacks. This is a symbolic gesture with no binding legal effect.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HJ 123) that formally commends educators for their work. It has no binding effect, does not create new laws, and does not affect any individuals or policies. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate via voice vote. It serves only as a symbolic expression of appreciation.
HJ 173 is a ceremonial resolution commending Elisha Harris for their contributions, with no policy impact or direct effect on constituents or legislation. It serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition from the legislature, not a law altering rights, regulations, or funding. The resolution was passed unanimously by voice vote in both the House and Senate. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new obligations or change existing law.
This bill (HJ 140) is a ceremonial resolution honoring J. Hamilton Lambert. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution formally expresses the legislature's respect for Lambert's life and legacy. It passed both chambers as a symbolic gesture with no practical impact beyond the legislative record.
HJ 149 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Vernon Rea Jones. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it simply expresses legislative recognition of his life and legacy. The resolution passed both chambers of the legislature (House and Senate) through standard procedural steps in February 2026. As a commemorative measure, it has no practical impact on constituents or government operations.
HJ 128 is a commemorative resolution honoring Claudia Hantman Arko, recognizing her life and contributions. It does not create new policies or affect any individuals or groups through legislative action. The bill simply expresses the legislature's collective tribute through a formal resolution. As a procedural measure, it has no binding effect or practical impact beyond the symbolic gesture.
HJ 144 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Purcell G. Bailey, a person recognized for their contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution passed both the House and Senate in February 2026, formally commemorating Bailey's life through a legislative expression of respect. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect or practical impact beyond the symbolic gesture.
